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as in icy
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
were met with a chill gaze when they arrived home late from the party
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as in chilling
uncomfortably cool
this chill weather is making my teeth chatter
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as in freezing
having a low or subnormal temperature
no one should be coatless on a chill night as this
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as in dark
causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer
the house's design may be cutting-edge, but it has a chill sterility about it that is anything but homey
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as in chilliness
an uncomfortable degree of coolness
there's a chill in the air, so you'd better wear a sweater
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as in to freeze
to cause to lose heat
chill the gelatin for two hours, until it sets
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as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
you want to hang out with us and just chill this weekend?
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as in to discourage
to lessen the courage or confidence of
investors chilled by the floundering economy
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as in to lazy
to spend time doing nothing
instead of going out tonight, let's stay in and chill
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Recent Examples of chill
Noel Murray, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Though their everyday hangouts are chill, Beckham loves to roll out the red carpet for Milo on special occasions.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 13 May 2025
Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
Place seasoned chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet; chill, uncovered, at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
—Jessica B. Harris, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
Scott Bauer, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
The deli restaurant and its nearby Scoop Deck, a place people went for ice cream, have been go-to destinations for people refueling after a jaunt around the harbor, to meet friends, hold business meetings or a place to chill.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 28 June 2025
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Adjective
This episode begins with a relatively chill vibe as Dina’s two love interests go riding out into the snowy wilderness, busting each other’s chops.
—Noel Murray, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Though their everyday hangouts are chill, Beckham loves to roll out the red carpet for Milo on special occasions.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 13 May 2025
Noun
Salmonella symptoms — chills, vomiting, diarrhea — harsh enough to hospitalize a Mississippi woman for a week have been blamed on a Boynton Beach grower’s cucumbers.
—Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
Place seasoned chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet; chill, uncovered, at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
—Jessica B. Harris, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
Verb
Democrats have accused the Trump administration of trying to make a national example of Dugan to chill judicial opposition.
—Scott Bauer, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
The deli restaurant and its nearby Scoop Deck, a place people went for ice cream, have been go-to destinations for people refueling after a jaunt around the harbor, to meet friends, hold business meetings or a place to chill.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chill
Adjective
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Gelato is very similar to ice cream, but only relies on milk instead of heavy cream for a slightly lighter, icier texture than traditional homemade ice cream.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2025
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Stock tip: Migrate to icier territories… Aston Villa 6/1 Last five results: WLWWW A two-goal deficit to overcome in the Champions League quarter-final return leg against Paris Saint-Germain next week likely spells the end of Villa’s European aspirations.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For an Austin audience, this data center conflict resonates with a chilling familiarity.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
11 July 2025
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Months later, they were spotted chilling and having fun in their box at the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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The region where Wilga went missing is known for freezing nighttime temperatures, mixed difficult terrain, and total isolation.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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The young girl then managed to find her way out of the woods and locate help without the aid of any of her devices, all in freezing temperatures.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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Look for bronze or dark spots on the foliage or prominent purple veins.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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Michigan is home to six dark sky state parks, three international dark sky parks and an international dark sky sanctuary.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
9 July 2025
Verb
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Temperatures in that area often fell below freezing at night.—
Catherine Nicholls,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025
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Maple taffy: Made by boiling and freezing maple syrup on snow or ice to create a chewy candy, maple taffy is best eaten fresh, but it can be frozen for up to two months.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
Verb
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For now, McKinstry has plans to relax on a lake with his agent in the Pacific Northwest.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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First, around 2019, Beijing began relaxing its attitude toward Pyongyang.—
ANDREI LANKOV,
Foreign Affairs,
8 July 2025
Verb
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To discourage ants from returning, inspect new plants, use a sticky barrier, or create a moat.—
Anne Readel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 July 2025
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About 9% of workers said their employers actively discourage them from taking all the time off they’re owed.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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On a chilly night in April 2023, Charlotte Walker got a text message.—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
16 July 2025
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The tour included a chilly ice-cool tunnel, set up to mirror the cooling effect of Air 10's Ice Cooling tech.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
16 July 2025
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“Chill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chill. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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